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National Battle of the Bands Honors HBCU Heritage with “The Legacy of HBCU Marching Bands”

The Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) is proud to announce the airing of “The Legacy of HBCU Marching Bands,” a film that pays tribute to the rich heritage and ongoing legacy of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands. This vibrant showcase will feature the performances of eight premier bands from the 2023 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands. This film is the fourth in the NBOTB series. It provides an in-depth look at the marching band culture and its vital role in African American culture for over a century. Celebrating their flair, dedication, and the continuity of traditions

TSU Takes Center Stage at 2024 World Food Prize Foundation Conference

By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University, a leader in agricultural and environmental sciences, played a major role in this year’s World Food Prize Foundation Conference, which convened over 1,200 participants from more than 60 countries to engage in critical discussions on global food security, diversification, and sustainability in agriculture. An 1890 Land-Grant institution, TSU attracts significant funding and grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, contributing to its mission of fostering innovation and enhancing food accessibility. This year’s conference held in Des Moines, Iowa, Oct. 29-31, spotlighted the urgent need for sustainable practices to increase the quality, quantity, and availability

Stacey Abrams Engages Howard Students in Post-Election Discussion

Courtesy of Howard University On Nov. 20, Stacey Abrams, Howard University’s inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics, captivated an audience of students in Douglass Hall with a post-election dialogue centered on the future of political engagement following the 2024 presidential election. Conversations That Matter Abrams, known for her tireless advocacy and political acumen, encouraged students to process their feelings about the recent election while contemplating their roles in shaping U.S. democracy. “I am someone who believes in this country’s capacity for more, even though we’ve had some trouble manifesting what it should be,” she remarked. “The

Spelman College Receives Federal Grant to Establish Academic Center for International Strategic Affairs

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Courtesy of Spelman College Spelman College, a historically Black women’s college in Atlanta, has received a $2.5 million grant from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to establish the Spelman Strategic and Security Studies Center. As an affiliate of the Spelman Center for Excellence for Black Women in STEM, the new academic hub will specialize in training women of color for careers in international strategic affairs and intelligence. Over the next five years, leaders from Spelman’s Gordon-Zeto Center for Global Education, the department of political science, and the department of world languages and cultures will work together to

NCAT Leads HBCUs in Black Graduate Production Across Disciplines

Courtesy of North Carolina A&T University According to new rankings released by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has once again solidified its position as a leading institution for Black graduates. For the eleventh year, A&T stands out among Historically Black Colleges and Universities, graduating the highest number of Black bachelor’s degree earners. Notably, it also leads all U.S. universities in graduating Black students in engineering at both the bachelor’s and doctoral levels. As the largest HBCU in America, NC A&T’s achievements extend beyond engineering. The university shares the top spot nationally with Tuskegee University

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week Observed at Bowie State

Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University addressed issues of food insecurity and shelter during the observance of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, which featured a series of programs designed to educate, engage, and inspire action among students, faculty, and the local community. According to a national study of basic needs insecurity in higher education, 23% of undergraduates and 12% of graduate students experience food insecurity. The report cited that 8% of undergraduates and 5% of graduate students suffer from homelessness. For-profit colleges, universities, and HBCUs have the highest rates of basic needs insecurity among their students. Loletta

15th Annual Howard University International Conference on Stigma

By Cedric Mobley Howard University announced today the convening of the 15th Annual Howard University International Conference on Stigma, scheduled for November 19-21, 2024.  This year’s theme is “Stigma No More…It’s 2024!” The purpose of the conference is to end negative beliefs and unfounded perceptions surrounding HIV, mental health, sickle cell disease, epilepsy, substance use, and other intersecting health issues, particularly those disproportionately affecting marginalized communities. Each year, the International Conference on Stigma brings together a full roster of researchers, educators, policymakers, activists, faith leaders, students, youth, and community leaders to discuss strategies to overcome health-related bias, which impedes treatment

Southern University’s Social Work Program Celebrates 50 Years of Accredited Impact

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This year marks a significant milestone for the Millie M. Charles School of Social Work at Southern University at New Orleans. The school proudly celebrates 50 years of accreditation for its Bachelor of Social Work program from the Council on Social Work Education. Since its inception in 1974, the program has committed to fostering social justice and equity. It has prepared generations of students to respond to the complex needs of their communities. The journey of SUNO’s BSW program commenced in 1965 as a minor in the Sociology Department. Recognizing the growing demand for specialized education in social welfare, the university established

Two Black Scholars Receive the Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual Achievement

The Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual Achievement is the premier recognition of excellence in scholarship by the American Academy of Sciences and Letters. This prestigious annual prize, open to scholars across diverse fields and disciplines, honors those whose work has made outstanding contributions to humanity’s knowledge, appreciation, and cultivation of the good, the true, and the beautiful. Ten scholars were presented with the Barry Prize in 2024. Two of the 10 recipients are African Americans. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. is the Alphonse Fletcher University Professor and director of the Hutchins Center for African & African American Research at Harvard University. An

HBCU Students Create Innovative Ergonomics Program for Mothers

Courtesy of Winston- Salem State University Two graduate students from Winston-Salem State University, Cristina Sorensen and Stefanie Ramsey, have developed a unique ergonomics training program to help mothers reduce the physical strain of caring for young children. Their innovative project was recognized with the 2024 Future Healthcare Legend Award during the recent Healthcare Legends of East Winston Awards Luncheon. Sorensen is a student in the occupational therapy program. Ramsey is pursuing her family nurse practitioner degree. Both mothers who understand firsthand the demands of parenting. They observed the physical toll that lifting, bending, and repetitive motions take on mothers as they care for

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